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Ken, If you don't come up with one of these, you should be able to get a flexible line that will fit in any auto parts store that carries aftermarket gauges. If you don't like the flexible line, you should be able to find copper tubing to substitute (probably at a plumbing supply). The ends use compression fittings with the connections for the block and gauge. Gerard "gerardchateau" 11779... MORE
all see if any of you have this in your spares pile. i need the copper oil pressure line that goes from the engine to the rubber hose coupler. or the other end that comes from the gauge. either one will do. can't make the guage work with only 1/2 of the link. thanks.. Ken Horner pblock@... "pblock4x4" 11772... MORE
Nope... and even if you could by means of adapter plates and whatever else you'd need, not worth the trouble, in my opinion because you'd still have a 4 speeed. C'mon, I mean how much do you need 1st gear for anyway. If you want to do a swap in an A-series car, go for the Datsun. Everything has been sorted out for you already. It's full synchro, 5 speed, the trans is inexpensive and much nicer than the 1500 gearbox. I put one in my '72 Midget last year and it's a real pleasure to drive, especially on... MORE
I have been pleased with the FACET electric fuel pump I installed on my 1959 Bugeye 1275 . I did add a pressure regulator between the pump and the carbs. CFickmour@... 11778... MORE
Home re-bushing for SU throttle shafts Some while ago I copied this from a web site - but cannot remember where. Apologies to the Authors, if they feel agrieved by my circulating it here. The original has some colour photos to illustrate the technique. Anyone interested, I can send off-list as an attachment and include the photos . Havn't tried it yet myself but it sounds good to me! Guy (Copied text) Just a Simple Wrench by Ann & Jake Snyder Doing It Yourself It seems like decades ago, and it was, when a peaceful weekend afternoon meant tuning... MORE
I was wondering if anybody knew if you could swap a Transmission from a 79 1500 Midget with Synchro 1st and put it into a 72' 1275 Midget.. Just a thought, any Ideas or Comments? J "jrhaberern" 11746... MORE
"J"- The later engine/gearbox is a Triumph Spitfire deal and thus, basically not compatible. Of course, with enough money anything can be done and "be made" to work!! For far less in money and labor, why not consider a Datsun 5 speed? Then, "match" same with a regular 4.22 (for "quick") or 3.9 (for "normal" city/highway compromise) for less "go" and "easier" highway cruise, or even a 3.7 for the "tuned" 1275+ engines which are cammed for low/mid-range torque? "Blown" 1275's could go with a 3.55 and the Datsun box, assuming cammed for low/mid-range "grunt" (torque), The Datsun 5... MORE
Bound to be people here with knowledge way beyond mine..my 2 cents would be probably not. seems teeth count alone differs within the 1275's and would seem to be more than just a gear swap. However..been wrong more than once. Wait for the folks that know for sure. Sound good.. wish it would work. chuck n tx croche 11747... MORE
First of all, isn't the starter on the opposite side? The 1500 engine has the starter on the driver's side.... while the 1275 has it on the passenger's side???... that is why the kit's to put a Datsun 5 speed in a 1275 midget are not available for the 1500. -Brett "Brett LaCroix" 11748... MORE
Ouch! Could you salvage anything from that? Panels would be useless, no interior, engine toasted... Charlie "Heard, Charlie D (UK - London)" 11667... MORE
Charlie: Here, you can fuel up your tank with 130 RON gasoline at any Air Club......... The "benefits" about living in the far south 3rd. world........... 130 Ron gasoline is for airplanes with 4 stroke piston engine, kerosene and others for turbine ones. Jorge "Jorge Dimitrakis" 11683... MORE
Hello Folks What would you folks recomend for a nice replace ment for the stock fuel pump? The car is a 1971 MG Midget 1275 Thanks Jason "Jason Gross" 11678... MORE
When I retrieved the mail today, I found the following letter in the stack. The vehicle in question is my '72 RWA Midget with a fresh 1275 (about 900 miles) and a Datsun 5 Speed. Those of you who have seen photos of it or have seen it in person will understand my reaction. Bay Area Air Quality Mangement District Dear Vehicle Owner: Since your registration on your 1972 model vehicle is expiring soon, this might be a good time to consider and alternative to driving this vehicle. You can receive $500 for your 1981 or older car, van... MORE
I think I may have 'mis'-described the object. It had the hose that would go into the heater..going in (of course) to this water/anti-freeze/coolant holding container, that looked like a large overflow tank similar to those found on newer autos,..and a return hose out of it and back to the engine. whereas now I have hose out-back in, just eliminated the heater. The "idea" of having that extra bit of fluid (whatever the container holds) available and running thru the engine..that's my point or question. Waste of time? Or possible benefit? chuck n tx croche 11639... MORE
Bob, That't he engine number. There is no direct correlation to the chassis number, but it could be traced by that number through BMIHT if you really wanted to know and it is in fact the original engine. Gerard Can anyone add any info about the number in question "gerardchateau" 11598... MORE
Jeff Foxworthy one-liner: "You know you're a redneck when you decide to cut the grass to find your car." "peteski43068" 11577... MORE
'58-'60 A-H Bugeye Sprite parts." Engine (4) Engines (3) Transmissions (1) Alternator (2) Distributors (2) Starters (1) Master cylinder (2) Sets of SU Carbs (1) Radiator (1) Radiator shroud Wheels, Suspension, Steering (6) Wheels (8) Shocks (8) Drums (4) Springs (2) Drive shafts (2) Rear axles (2) Rear axle shafts (2) Original jacks Body (1) Bugeye grill (1) Pair of Bugeye doors (1) Hardtop (1) Windshield (1) Windshield wiper motor (1) Front bumper and matching posts (1) Pair of rear bumper posts (1) Seat (1) Convertible Cover (1) Torneau Cover Other (1) Dashboard (2) Speedometers (3) Tachometers (2) Fuel... MORE
Just to let you have a copy of a previous answer to 1275 and crab books 'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder' It to time! and system tuning set as Regards Alan "alan.east-jones" 11524... MORE
Dowels are used for location and positional timing, they should be soft not hardened or they can snap like a carrot, The drive is actually transmitted from the friction between the crank palm and flywheel caused by torquing up the bolts , even though in theory there is clearance between the shanks of the bolts and the flywheel , but little or no clearance between the dowel hole and flywheel, Positional accuracy of the dowels is in the order of 0.001" (one 'thou.) I'm not sure if its the same for your motors but there were timing marks on... MORE
Mark Not sure there are too many bargains to be had in the UK, I suspect that most things are cheaper in the US (all to do with exchange rates) although recent posts indicate engine rebuilds are a bit pricey in the US ( but engines are hardly hand luggage). I am in Cambridgeshire, not too far (45 miles north from MK} and maybe could meet up with you (in the Sprite) depending on when you are in the UK since I like to drive the Sprite in France a bit in the Summer. I did meet up with... MORE
Ted, I had a similar problem with a VW bug. I'd get the engine as hot as I could with a long highway drive, adjust the carburetor (lean) to where it would just run, arrive at the emissions testing station when they weren't busy so I wouldn't be waiting in line idling. It passed every time. Kevin '59 "Kevin Lewis" 11522... MORE
I need some help here folks. I have a 1974 Midget that has failed the Illinois emmissions test. Somewhere down the line, the previous owner replaced the head that was fitted with the ports for the air injector rail. I have the air pump and gulp valve, but the air rail is long gone. The car tested high on hydrocarbons which is unburnt fuel. The legal limit is 800 PPM, the car tested at 1325 PPM. Is there anyone out there is the six-county Chicago area or anywhere for that matter that has managed to pass this test without... MORE
I do believe you are right. I'm taking it in Friday to have them changed out, along with a full brake job. The master cylinder looks good though. Thanks for your help! Austin 1974 MG Midget - England 1977 MG B Roadster - Florida http://photos.yahoo.com/petereneaustin Midget1974MG@... 11491... MORE
Brake pedal does not 'return' when applied. Brakes firm - no sponge and does not sink to the floor. No evidence of fluild leakage at master cylinder, down pedal bracket or on the outside or inside of the wheels. Large resovoir fluid is clear. Smaller one is muddy. :~( Austin 1974 MG Midget - England 1977 MG B Roadster - Florida http://photos.yahoo. com/pete rene austin Midget1974MG@... 11486... MORE
Has anybody got / read any of these books specially the 1275 engine and SU crab book Are they any good ? LINK http://www.hammill-orchard.co.uk/webpagecarbooks.htm Regards Alan "alan.east-jones" 11423... MORE
